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Lake Colden
Mount Colden from Lake Colden near the Interior Outpost.jpg
Lake and Mount Colden from near the Interior Outpost
Location of Lake Colden in New York, USA.
Location of Lake Colden in New York, USA.
Lake Colden
Location in New York
Location of Lake Colden in New York, USA.
Location of Lake Colden in New York, USA.
Lake Colden
Location in the United States
Location Essex County, New York, United States
Coordinates 44°07′21″N 073°58′45″W / 44.12250°N 73.97917°W / 44.12250; -73.97917
Primary inflows Avalanche Lake
Primary outflows Flowed Lands
Basin countries United States
Max. length 0.5 miles (0.80 km)
Max. width 0.15 miles (0.24 km)
Surface area 41 acres (17 ha)
Surface elevation 2,764 ft (842 m)
Islands none

Lake Colden is a beautiful, 41-acre lake located in the Adirondack High Peaks in New York, United States. It sits high up at 2,764 feet (842 meters) above sea level.

The lake is nestled at the western base of Mount Colden, which is 4,714 feet (1,437 meters) tall. To the northwest, you can see the MacIntyre Mountains. These include Algonquin Peak, the second highest mountain in New York at 5,115 feet (1,559 meters). Other nearby peaks are Boundary Peak, Iroquois Peak, and Mount Marshall. Mount Marcy, the highest peak in New York, is about 2.8 miles (4.5 km) to the east.

Lake Colden gets its water from Avalanche Lake, which is to its northeast. The water then flows out of Lake Colden into an area called Flowed Lands, located to the southwest.

Exploring Lake Colden and the High Peaks

Since Lake Colden is right in the middle of the High Peaks, it's a very popular spot for people who love to hike and explore nature.

Hiking and Camping Facilities

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has an office called the Interior Outpost right on the western shore of Lake Colden. This outpost helps manage the area and provides information for visitors. There are also many places to set up camp and several lean-tos. Lean-tos are simple shelters with three walls and an open front, offering a basic place to stay overnight.

How Lake Colden Got Its Name

Lake Colden was named in 1836 after a person named David C. Colden. He was an investor in the iron works located in Tahawus. These iron works were owned by Archibald MacIntyre.

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